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leisure centre

British

noun

a building designed to provide facilities for a range of leisure pursuits, such as a sports hall, café, and meeting rooms

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That money funds most of what councils do in the year – your local leisure centre, regional tourism, and bin collections.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Daley told BBC News that the closure of the pool at the Citadel leisure centre could hamper any growth of the sport in Scotland.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

"This community is incredibly resilient and kind," said Catherine Fookes, as the town's leisure centre has been open to people who were evacuated from their properties.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2025

The venue was a leisure centre in Wigan, but bigger stages await for Greaves, with the Grand Slam, PDC World Championship and a professional tour card on the horizon.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

Lyons also condemned those behind what he called the "shameful" attack on the leisure centre.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2025

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